Think full-frame is just for pros? Nikon's affordable Z5 II C rewrites that script
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Stripping the viewfinder to hit a lower price point is Nikon testing how far it can push full-frame into casual territory without cannibalizing higher-end lines. If you sell into creator or prosumer segments, expect more customers to demand top-tier core components with tradeoffs in everything else.
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